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TODAY is a very important day for me. It marks 1 year of absolutely no alcohol. 365 days. I’m too excited I couldn't wait to write a post about it. This is a huge accomplishment for me. If you only knew my whole life from birth on… you would understand how challenging this has been…and how rewarding it is now. I’m very proud of ‘ME’. YES! You will see a lot of I’s and me’s in this post because that is who this is about. Me, Myself and I.
Alcohol is just everywhere. Think about it? Isn't it? I was brought up, when something good happens, drink, when something bad happens, drink, someone’s birthday, drink, holidays, drink, It’s 5 o'clock somewhere, drink…etc….Don’t worry I don’t think I’m better than anyone else, except the person I used to be. I admire those of you who can just have a few once in a while. I think that is a gift in and of itself. And screw the ones of you that think you can and can’t, and cast judgment on someone like me. Darn hypocrites living in their glass houses! Ha! Lol
I see so many things in a different way now. I especially see through the ******** and lies and hidden agendas. I have an even lower tolerance for that type of activity. But more importantly I see bluer skies, I feel more love, I feel more pain, I am more inspired to accomplish my goals and reach my dreams, and most importantly make my son proud of me and to be a good example.
It’s not always easy, though. Life is a bitch and it is hard to deal with certain situations without the soothing effects of alcohol. But I have learned that is an illusion. A temporary fix for a long term problem. Do I miss alcohol? Of course I do! I had a ton of fun in my life. I LOVE wine and pretty wine glasses, but I’m strong and I can do this! Let’s just say my alcohol can’t handle me, and I’m a retired rock star! Oh but I still know how to have a darn good time. Trust!
I don’t miss, hangovers, outrageous bar tabs, cab fare, DUI’s, falls, lost productivity, I don’t give a damned about my bad reputation, so I’m good in that category, lol. A good reputation is a sign that you are boring or just a liar. Lol
How did I do this? I made a choice. At first I tried a few meetings, and while I have the utmost respect for any rehabilitation program that can help someone, AA isn't for me. I have read the Big Ole’ Book front and back and there are a lot of great concepts in there. But it was written in 1939 by a bunch of dudes. It’s just a bit outdated for me. Learning how to live in a world full of booze is a difficult task I’ll tell ya. Thankfully I searched for something non-traditional and different. I have found: Rational Recovery and this is what I refer to when I feel moments of weakness or urges. Keeps me balanced and in check.
There is so much support out there I never knew existed. My personal favorite is an online community called Sober Recovery. It is for anyone afflicted with addiction or families that are going through a rough time with a loved one. When I need support or want to share I always get instant responses from people just like me all over the world.
Drug Rehabilitation | Drug Addiction Treatment Center | Alcoholism | Addiction Mental Health | Directory Substance Abuse Detox Programs | SoberRecovery
I’m so blessed to be on this journey with my partner in Crime, my best friend and love of my life Joel Parrish. He has his own reasons for kickin' the bottle but I’m so happy and blessed we are doing this together. It is my honor to call you my husband and be your wife. Can’t wait to celebrate in style soon baby. I love you!!
“Alcohol is a synthetic, man-made substance, among a group of synthetic drugs that produce pleasure greater than evolution has prepared us to manage, a disorienting pleasure that causes one's moral compass to point south toward death rather than toward true north and life.”
Alcohol is just everywhere. Think about it? Isn't it? I was brought up, when something good happens, drink, when something bad happens, drink, someone’s birthday, drink, holidays, drink, It’s 5 o'clock somewhere, drink…etc….Don’t worry I don’t think I’m better than anyone else, except the person I used to be. I admire those of you who can just have a few once in a while. I think that is a gift in and of itself. And screw the ones of you that think you can and can’t, and cast judgment on someone like me. Darn hypocrites living in their glass houses! Ha! Lol
I see so many things in a different way now. I especially see through the ******** and lies and hidden agendas. I have an even lower tolerance for that type of activity. But more importantly I see bluer skies, I feel more love, I feel more pain, I am more inspired to accomplish my goals and reach my dreams, and most importantly make my son proud of me and to be a good example.
It’s not always easy, though. Life is a bitch and it is hard to deal with certain situations without the soothing effects of alcohol. But I have learned that is an illusion. A temporary fix for a long term problem. Do I miss alcohol? Of course I do! I had a ton of fun in my life. I LOVE wine and pretty wine glasses, but I’m strong and I can do this! Let’s just say my alcohol can’t handle me, and I’m a retired rock star! Oh but I still know how to have a darn good time. Trust!
I don’t miss, hangovers, outrageous bar tabs, cab fare, DUI’s, falls, lost productivity, I don’t give a damned about my bad reputation, so I’m good in that category, lol. A good reputation is a sign that you are boring or just a liar. Lol
How did I do this? I made a choice. At first I tried a few meetings, and while I have the utmost respect for any rehabilitation program that can help someone, AA isn't for me. I have read the Big Ole’ Book front and back and there are a lot of great concepts in there. But it was written in 1939 by a bunch of dudes. It’s just a bit outdated for me. Learning how to live in a world full of booze is a difficult task I’ll tell ya. Thankfully I searched for something non-traditional and different. I have found: Rational Recovery and this is what I refer to when I feel moments of weakness or urges. Keeps me balanced and in check.
There is so much support out there I never knew existed. My personal favorite is an online community called Sober Recovery. It is for anyone afflicted with addiction or families that are going through a rough time with a loved one. When I need support or want to share I always get instant responses from people just like me all over the world.
Drug Rehabilitation | Drug Addiction Treatment Center | Alcoholism | Addiction Mental Health | Directory Substance Abuse Detox Programs | SoberRecovery
I’m so blessed to be on this journey with my partner in Crime, my best friend and love of my life Joel Parrish. He has his own reasons for kickin' the bottle but I’m so happy and blessed we are doing this together. It is my honor to call you my husband and be your wife. Can’t wait to celebrate in style soon baby. I love you!!
“Alcohol is a synthetic, man-made substance, among a group of synthetic drugs that produce pleasure greater than evolution has prepared us to manage, a disorienting pleasure that causes one's moral compass to point south toward death rather than toward true north and life.”
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